Polaroid
Oversized Square Sunglasses
Oversized square sunglasses from Polaroid with a glossy tortoiseshell-finish frame and flat green-gray tinted lenses, intended for everyday sun protection outdoors. The lightweight recycled polycarbonate frame measures 56 mm eye width, 17 mm bridge and 140 mm temple length, and the lenses carry a Level 3 UV protection rating suited to bright, sunny conditions. Each pair includes a designer case and a small cleaning cloth.
- Material
- recycled polycarbonate frame
- Style
- oversized
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Color
Size
Specifications
Oversized square Polaroid sunglasses with a lightweight recycled polycarbonate frame, Level 3 UV protection, and an included designer case and cleaning cloth.
Recycled polycarbonate frame; Level 3 UV protection; includes designer case and small cleaning cloth; eye width 56 mm, bridge 17 mm, temple 140 mm
- Material
- recycled polycarbonate frame
- Style
- oversized
- Occasion
- everyday, vacation, beach-day
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Sunglasses
Additional Attributes
- Oversized square silhouette
- Lightweight recycled polycarbonate frame
- Comfortable design
- Level 3 UV protection rating
- Suitable for sunny days
- Designer case included
- Small cleaning cloth included
- Eye width: 56 mm
- Bridge width: 17 mm
- Temple length: 140 mm
- Polaroid at Simons
Product Insights
Oversized Square Sunglasses 56 mm eye width, 17 mm bridge and 140 mm temples; ONE SIZE across both colorways Level 3 UV protection rating, described as perfect for sunny days; imagery shows green-gray tinted lenses with a slight reflective sheen and no visible gradient Taupe is the low-contrast, neutral colorway Bold oversized square is not universally flattering, fit is fixed at ONE SIZE, and color is the only variable At 80 CAD, value comes from Polaroid branding, recycled polycarbonate, Level 3 UV protection and included case/cloth; polarization is not stated
Verified claims
- product_type
- Women's sunglasses in the clothing accessories category
- frame_shape
- Oversized square front with slightly rounded inner corners and a pronounced upper rim; generally flattering on round, oval, rectangular or oblong faces
- fit
- 56 mm eye width, 17 mm bridge and 140 mm temples; ONE SIZE across both colorways
- material
- Recycled polycarbonate frame, described as lightweight and comfortable
- lens
- Level 3 UV protection rating, described as perfect for sunny days; imagery shows green-gray tinted lenses with a slight reflective sheen and no visible gradient
- color
- Taupe is the low-contrast, neutral colorway
- color
- Eggplant/Plum is the saturated statement colorway
- included_accessories
- Designer case and small cleaning cloth included; a hard case is especially important for an oversized front
- care_end_of_life
- Recycled polycarbonate frame can be recycled when finished; remove metal components first and check that local facilities accept polycarbonate
- comfort_weight
- Oversized fronts shift weight to the nose and temples; the lightweight recycled polycarbonate helps, but a short walk while trying on can reveal balance
- fit_bridge
- The 17 mm bridge should rest evenly on the nose with maximum contact and no pinching or sliding
- fit_temples
- 140 mm temples should rest securely behind the ears; length and tip shape spread contact to avoid sore spots
- fit_adjustment
- Arms should sit parallel rather than splayed; professional adjustment can solve sliding or uneven fit
- fit_cheeks
- Smile test: if the rims ride your cheeks, the oversized square shape may sit too low or too deep for you
- styling_hair
- Slim temples help with ponytails, claw clips and headbands, but oversized frames can compete with big hair volume
- construction_branding
- Glossy tortoiseshell-like visual reference with slim straight temples, metallic hinges, curved ear tips and visible Polaroid branding on lens and temple
- tradeoffs
- Bold oversized square is not universally flattering, fit is fixed at ONE SIZE, and color is the only variable
- value
- At 80 CAD, value comes from Polaroid branding, recycled polycarbonate, Level 3 UV protection and included case/cloth; polarization is not stated
Product record
- Title
- Oversized Square Sunglasses
- Brand
- Polaroid
- Price
- 80 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
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Sunny-day shades with Level 3 UV protection
Polaroid's oversized square sunglasses are designed for wearing on sunny days. The retailer describes their Level 3 UV protection rating as perfect for sunny-day wear.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Oversized Square Sunglasses: Choose this if you want oversized square sunglasses with a lightweight, comfortable recycled polycarbonate frame and Level 3 UV protection described as perfect for sunny days. The flat green-gray tinted lenses come in a one-size fit with a 56 mm eye width, 17 mm bridge, and 140 mm temples, and a designer case and small cleaning cloth are included. It is offered in Taupe and Eggplant/Plum color options.[1,2] | Polarized Square Sunglasses: Choose this if you want polarized lenses for glare-free vision and optimal colour perception, with Level 3 UV protection suited to sunny days, in a light, comfortable full-rim acetate square frame with a subtle cat-eye upsweep. It comes in one size (55 mm eye width, 18 mm bridge, 140 mm temples) in black, brown, or khaki/sage/olive, and includes a rigid case. Note that some Polaroid owners report the materials feel cheap and one commenter said the polarization peeled off within about a year, possibly from being left in a car, so durability experiences vary.[3,4,5,6] | Polarized Rectangular Sunglasses: Choose this if you want polarized lenses with 100% UV protection for glare-free vision and optimal colour perception, in an elegant rounded-rectangular frame with a subtle cat-eye sweep and gradient purple tint that the brand pitches for a glamorous look. The light, comfortable frame is made of eco-polyamide, a bio-based plastic with over 45% of material derived from renewable castor oil, and it comes in Black or Taupe, one size (eye width 55 mm, bridge 15 mm, temple 145 mm), with a rigid signature case and soft bag included. Note that one Polaroid sunglasses owner reported the polarization peeling within a year, possibly from being left in a car, though another says their pair showed no scratches or rust after 3 years of use.[6,7,8,9,10] |
Image Analysis
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Product
Oversized square sunglasses with a glossy tortoiseshell frame, squared large lenses with green-gray tint, visible brand text on the right lens and on the outside of the right temple.
- Frame shapeOversized square front frame with slightly rounded inner corners and a pronounced upper rim.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.35 · w 0.80 · h 0.40 (high) - Frame material and finishGlossy tortoiseshell acetate appearance with mottled dark and warm brown patches throughout the frame and temples.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.80 · h 0.50 (high) - Temple shapeSlim straight temples that taper toward curved ear tips; both temples show the same tortoiseshell pattern.
2 regions
x 0.55 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.28 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium) - Lens color and finishFlat green-gray tinted lenses with a slight reflective sheen and no visible gradient.
2 regions
x 0.16 · y 0.40 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.40 · w 0.32 · h 0.26 (high) - Visible brand text on lens“Polaroid”
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.38 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Visible brand text on temple“Polaroid”
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x 0.62 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.07 (high) - Hinge detailSmall metallic hinge visible where the temple meets the front frame on both sides.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.45 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (medium) - Inner arm marking“CE”Partial
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.27 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow beneath; three-quarter front-right perspective, even diffuse lighting, slight reflection on lenses.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter front-right view of the sunglasses lying on a flat surface, showing front and both temples.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and surface with a soft shadow cast by the sunglasses toward the lower right.
- LightingEven diffuse studio lighting producing soft highlights on the glossy frame and mild reflections on the lenses.
Colors
tortoiseshell brown· framegreen-gray· lensesmetallic gold· temple logo- Frame shapeOversized square front frame with slightly rounded inner corners and a pronounced upper rim.